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Saunas and winter swim plans for Hampstead Heath

Saunas and winter swim plans for Hampstead Heath

Summary

The City of London Corporation is considering extending the open season for the Mixed Pond at Hampstead Heath to allow year-round public swimming. They are also reviewing plans to improve facilities like changing rooms and possibly add saunas. The corporation plans to discuss the changes in upcoming meetings.

Key Facts

  • The Mixed Pond at Hampstead Heath might soon be open year-round for public swimming.
  • Currently, only members of a winter swimming club can use the pond in winter.
  • The City of London Corporation is also thinking about adding saunas to the ponds.
  • Plans include improving changing room facilities for swimmers.
  • Temperature sensors that can be monitored online are part of the proposal.
  • A five-year business plan has been created to support these changes.
  • Meetings to discuss these changes are scheduled for upcoming weeks.
  • Approval for the proposals is expected in early February.
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